Iowa Flags Then and Now Honor Flag Day Heritage
David W Wendell notes Iowa's 100th anniversary of its state flag born from a DAR design by Dixie Gebhardt of Knoxville. He recalls 1921 state recognition, 1921 Iowa code, and State Flag Day proclaimed for March 29, urging June readers to honor both national and state banners and the sacrifices of veterans.
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Trump asked intel director to intervene with FBI probe questioned
Readers note a June 7 Gazette piece flags a Washington Post headline alleging Trump asked Dexter Coats to intervene with the FBI probe into Michael Flynn. Denis Hale of DNI said Coats does not discuss private talks and denied pressure. Senate questions followed about classified disclosures.
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Planned Parenthood not needed says reader in Cedar Rapids
Charlaine Meseke objects to Planned Parenthood closure in Cedar Rapids and cites nearby clinics Informed Choices Medical Clinic Bridge Haven and His Hands as accessible no cost health resources for gynecological needs. She argues abortion avoidance benefits both health and conscience in a letter dated June 3.
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Small business owner criticizes political games over ACA in Iowa
Chris Petersen, a Clear Lake farmer and Main Street Alliance member, warns that GOP repeal and Obamacare sabotage threaten Iowa small businesses and family farms. He cites ACA protections and threatens to vote if leaders fail to act.
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